Corporate mergers can have multiple objectives, but generally, the primary objective of a corporate merger is to increase the financial advantage of the merged company. This can be achieved through various means, such as enhancing economies of scale, expanding the product or service offerings, increasing market share, reducing costs, and improving overall profitability. By combining the resources, expertise, and market reach of the merging companies, the merged entity can achieve greater financial strength, which can lead to increased profits and shareholder value. While minimizing the effects of taxation may be a consideration in some mergers, it is not typically the primary objective.